2014 J Lohr Seven Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon

Paso Robles AVA, San Luis Obispo County, CA

Composition Blend: 77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Merlot, 7% Petite Sirah, 5% Petit Verdot, 2% Syrah, 2% other red varietals

Harvest Dates: Peak harvest from September 21st to October 19th, 2014

Brix at Harvest:  26.4° Brix, total acidity 0.59 g/100ml, pH 3.64

Vinification:  

Fermentation: Fermented in stainless steel tanks with peak temperatures reaching 92°F

Malolactic: Malolactic fermentation completed in stainless steel tanks and oak barrels, using Viniflora Oenos

Maturation: 12 months aging in 60 gallon oak barrels

Barrel type: Primarily Missouri and Minnesota American oak with toasted heads

Bottling Chemistries:

pH: 3.64

Total Acidity: 0.47 g/100ml

Alcohol: 13.9% by volume

Residual Sugar: 0.17 g/100ml

Cellaring: Balanced upon release, with adequate structure to age up to five years.

WINEMAKER’S COMMENTS

The 2014 J. Lohr Estates Seven Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon is dark in color with a bright hue at release. Layered fruit aromas of cherry and plum are accented by an authentic barrel bouquet of hazelnut, dark chocolate and toasted pastry. Sturdy tannins strike the palate and finish with the high-toned fruit signature that typifies the Paso Robles appellation.

-Steve Peck, red winemaker

WINE LIST DESCRIPTION

Classic barrel-aged Cabernet with high-toned fruit and a lovely bouquet of hazelnut and toasted pastry.

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